Abstract: Even though design reviews are often performed by one or more parties, design deficiencies continue to be a costly problem for both public and private owners. Design deficiencies are responsible for approximately half of ...

Abstract: This paper presents a proposed system for evaluating the expected utility of a new building technology and for aiding the decision‐maker in making an appropriate and logical decision in implementing a new building technology. ...

Abstract: This paper presents the methodology used to model the learning development phenomenon in the CYCLONE format using the Boeing learning curve. The learning development enhancement was coded in the MicroCYCLONE (a microcomputer ...

Abstract: There is a commonly held perception that the United States is failing to adequately educate its young people, and some would suggest the construction industry is inordinately exposed to educational shortcomings. The validity ...